Regional Business Services Manager- Africa CIMMYT
Center for International Forestry Research
1. Strategic Support and Alignment
- Conduct regular assessments of country office operations to ensure alignment with organizational mission, strategic objectives, and regional priorities.
- Review the strategic impact of country office activities and initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for improvement or adjustments.
2. Governance and Compliance
- Verify adherence to organizational policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and compliance standards in BS areas.
- Conduct spot checks or audits of country office operations to ensure compliance with governance requirements, providing recommendations for corrective action if necessary.
- Collaborate with Finance to review compliance, holding country offices accountable for any irregularities or mismanagement.
3. Operational Effectiveness
- Monitor the operational performance of country offices, identifying bottlenecks or inefficiencies in key areas (procurement, fleet, travel, etc.).
- Assist country offices in implementing process improvements and capacity-building initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Provide high-level support to ensure the effective utilization of resources (e.g., fleet, facilities) and alignment with cost management strategies.
4. Workforce and Talent Development
- Evaluate leadership and management practices within country offices, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance team engagement and morale.
- Support talent development initiatives, focusing on building local capacity in alignment with organizational needs and regional strategies.
- Work with HR to address workforce gaps and implement strategies to strengthen team cohesion and performance across the region.
5. Risk Management and Compliance in Procurement and Contracts
- Evaluate leadership and management practices within country offices, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance team engagement and morale.
- Support talent development initiatives, focusing on building local capacity in alignment with organizational needs and regional strategies.
- Work with HR to address workforce gaps and implement strategies to strengthen team cohesion and performance across the region.
6. Stakeholder Engagement and Representation
- Strengthen relationships with local suppliers, to enhance the organization’s reputation and ensure alignment with local practices.
- Act as a representative of the Regional/H? team in country offices, building trust and ensuring effective communication with key stakeholders.